- Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches are recalled nationwide due to mislabeling that could risk people with peanut allergies; some packs are labeled “Cheese” but contain peanut butter.
- Four carton sizes are affected: 8-pack, 20-pack, and 40-pack Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches, along with the 20-count Ritz Filled Cracker Sandwich Variety Pack.
- No illnesses have been reported, but the FDA advises consumers with peanut allergies to discard the recalled products immediately and contact the company with any questions.
Attention snackers: It’s time to check your pantry for an important recall.
On July 8, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a voluntary recall for Mondelēz Global’s four carton sizes of Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches nationwide due to incorrect labels.
According to the notice, the recall includes the brand’s 8-pack, 20-pack, and 40-pack cartons of Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches, as well as the 20-pack Ritz Filled Cracker Sandwich Variety Pack carton, all of which were manufactured in the United States and sold nationwide.
As the recall notice states, “The affected cartons include individually wrapped packs that may be incorrectly labeled as Cheese variety even though the product may be a Peanut Butter variety.” This means those with peanut allergies or severe sensitivity to peanuts may be at risk if they consume the product.
The FDA makes it clear that the outer part of the cartons is correctly labeled and includes the proper allergen warning; however, the internal sleeves may be incorrect. No other Ritz products or products from Mondelēz Global LLC are part of the recall. The recalled products list the following Universal Product Codes (UPC) and best-by dates:
- Product: 11.4-ounce Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches
UPC: 0 44000 88210 5
Best When Used By Date: 1 NOV 25 – 9 NOV 25 (“AE” Plant Code Only) - Product: 27.6-ounce Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches
UPC: 0 44000 07584 2
Best When Used By Date: 1 NOV 25 – 9 NOV 25, 2 JAN 26 – 22 JAN 26 (“AE” Plant Code Only) - Product: 55.2-ounce Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches
UPC: 0 44000 07819 5
Best When Used By Date: 1 NOV 25 – 9 NOV 25, 2 JAN 26 – 22 JAN 26 (“AM” Plant Code Only) - Product: 27.3-ounce Ritz Filled Cracker Sandwich 20-Count Variety Pack
UPC: 0 44000 08095 2
Best When Used By Date: 2 NOV 25 – 9 NOV 25 (“RJ” Plant Code Only)
The recall notice again stated that “Cartons containing only Ritz Cheese Cracker Sandwiches are not affected by this recall. In addition, cartons containing either Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches or Ritz Filled Cracker Sandwich Variety Pack with different Best When Used By Dates and Plant Codes than those listed in the above grid are also not affected by this recall.”
There have been no reports of illness so far related to this recall. However, the FDA and the brand have warned that consumers with a peanut allergy should avoid eating the products and should discard any recalled items immediately. Those with questions can contact the company directly at 1-844-366-1171.
Fast Facts: Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches
Product recalled: 8-pack, 20-pack, and 40-pack cartons of Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches; 20-pack Ritz Filled Cracker Sandwich Variety Pack cartons
Reason for recall: Incorrect labeling. Some packages labeled as cheese-flavored may actually contain peanut butter sandwiches instead.
States affected: Nationwide
Number of illnesses reported: None
